Nashville’s airport would be renamed for Dolly Parton under Tennessee governor’s proposal
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The airport in Nashville, Tennessee, would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal announced Friday by Tennessee’s governor. The announcement…
Nashville International Airport in Tennessee is set to be renamed in honor of Dolly Parton, following a proposal made by Governor Bill Lee. Parton, a renowned country music artist and native Tennessean, passed away on August 27, 2026, at the age of 80. Lee expressed his intent to honor Parton by renaming the airport, stating it would be a fitting tribute to Tennessee's most beloved daughter.
Discussions surrounding the change have already taken place with representatives from Parton, and the proposal will be further deliberated during the airport authority's meeting on September 17. The current naming policy for the airport mandates that properties be named only for individuals who have been deceased for a minimum of two years.
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